Chapter 1
The first rays of morning sunlight streamed through the tall windows of Valery Castle, filling the royal bedroom with a warm golden glow. A gentle breeze drifted through the open curtains, carrying the sweet songs of birds from the palace gardens.
Princess Anne Valery, known throughout the kingdom as La Belle Ana, lay peacefully asleep in her grand canopy bed. Her long, wavy white-blonde hair spread across her silk pillow like silver, and her face was calm and serene.
A soft knock echoed through the room.
Knock... Knock...
First Maid: "Good morning, Your Highness. May we come in?"
Anne's eyelashes fluttered. Slowly, she opened her striking violet-purple eyes and stretched gently before sitting up in bed.
Anne: "Good morning. Come in."
The bedroom doors opened, and three maids entered with warm smiles, each curtsying respectfully before their princess.
Second Maid: "We hope you slept well, Your Highness."
Anne smiled kindly.
Anne: "I did. Thank you."
The maids helped Anne out of bed and led her toward the dressing area. One gently brushed her long, wavy hair until it flowed smoothly down her back, while another prepared her clothes for the day.
They carefully dressed Anne in her favorite royal gown. The elegant dress shimmered like moonlight, its soft silver fabric sparkling whenever it caught the morning light. Delicate embroidery decorated the bodice and the flowing sleeves, while the full skirt fell gracefully to the floor. A pearl belt rested around her waist, and matching pearl earrings and a delicate pearl headpiece completed her outfit.
When the maids finished, Anne looked at herself in the mirror.
The princess smiled softly.
Throughout the kingdom, people called her La Belle Ana, and as she stood there in her shimmering gown, it was easy to understand why.
Just then, another knock came at the door.
A royal servant stepped inside and bowed.
Royal Servant: "Your Highness, His Majesty, King Valery, requests your presence outside."
Anne nodded politely.
Anne: "Please tell Father I'll be there shortly."
The servant bowed once more before leaving the room.
Anne took one final glance at her reflection, smiled, and walked toward the bedroom doors
